Month: January 2021

Broadjam Artist: Lawrence K. Bodien
Song: Moodyetude

Reviewer: Dave Haddad (CenterPeace)

Positive Comments: It’s always nice hearing piece in 3/4. Very nice song, the chord changes are familiar but doesn’t sound like anyone… maybe Vangelis but that is going way back. This song is thought provoking and did give me an emotional response. I consider this a high quality example of songwriting.

Constructive Comments: Around 1:30 there are some popping sounds which distracted me from the song. I can tell this is a very old recording maybe even ‘restored’ so I will keep that in mind. I hope to hear more of your music…. If you need a quality recording platform I would be happy to assist in any way I could. All the best always.

Broadjam Artist: Audrey Nath
Song: You’ll See

Reviewer: Dave Haddad (CenterPeace)

Positive Comments: Catches my attention from note one! Beautiful synths and use of effects. I’d listen to this… it’s almost downtempo, slightly more energetic. Nice progression of vibes, I was expecting a 4 on the floor dance beat (like everyone does these days) but you didn’t do that (you did suggest it for 8 bars but then did not kick in)!! Thank you!!!! Quality track with inventive and thoughtful ideas throughout. Dig this track!

Constructive Comments: The song is a little repetitious, so much that your first breakdown happened a 1 minute (kind of early) then at 2 minutes you changed it up with a slight breakdown then a beat flop. Man I would high five you right now… I love surprises and your song has them.

Broadjam Artist: SRJ
Song: No Time To Rest (Funky Vocal Mix), ft Leanne P

Reviewer: Dave Haddad (CenterPeace)

Positive Comments: Solid track… all the right elements. The sounds (synths, loops, samples I really like the synth melody lines throughout the song. This is a strong instrumental track! This song can easily be mixed in at a dance club. Congrats!!

Constructive Comments: The 4 bar breakdown at 2 minutes could have been more interesting. I understand the concept, less, it’s a break but it could have had a nice percussion fill. I thought the vocal quality could have been improved. It is a little low in the mix competing with large synth sounds. Also lacked in presence (maybe compress it harder and a little boost in the eq around 2.5 to 4k and use a high shelf) also maybe a boost around 640hz sometimes is nice but all really depends on the singers tone, the mic it was recorded… mic pre. Also try to start your track at :0 or :01.. it’s a little production things that make the difference.

Broadjam Artist: SKY HIGH MUSIC LABS
Song: Just Ain’t The Same

Reviewer: Kate Carpenter

Positive Comments: Here’s a nice country instrumental. I bet there’s a version with lyrics. Nice work on the guitar. Mix is right on.

Constructive Comments: Maybe add a fiddle? Make the percussion sound less canned.

Broadjam Artist: Bootleg_Flyer
Song: For the Highway

Reviewer: Kate Carpenter

Positive Comments: This song has a vintage feel to it. The vocal has a dylanesque rough edge to it. Nice work on the electric guitar riffs.

Constructive Comments: Please post your lyrics. It makes it so much easier to evaluate a song.

Broadjam Artist: bluecountry1976.com
Song: Niamh

Reviewer: Kate Carpenter

Positive Comments: There’s something engaging and hopeful about this track that stands out from the very first measure. The instrument choices and production/mix are absolutely flawless. It’s an uplifting song that communicates love and joy. Totally makes me smile. Whoever created this is a master at what he/she does and I hope to hear more of it!

Constructive Comments: You blessed me by posting this song. Wow is all I can say. Mrs Kate

Broadjam Artist: Redlady8029
Song: He tells me Everyday

Reviewer: Kate Carpenter

Positive Comments: This is a heartfelt song about a woman and her dog. He seems to fill the bill of the perfect companion (as in who needs a man?) The message comes through beautifully and there are some really nice lyrics in this home-recorded song. Loved the honesty in this track!

Constructive Comments: I hope I got the dog part right. You really ought to post the lyrics to your song. Keep on writing about what you know. It’s the best place to start!

Broadjam Artist: Redlady8029
Song: Help me feel safe

Reviewer: Margie & Art Corey

Positive Comments: I enjoy the honesty of the composition, it’s comes right from the heart! That’s always a Great start for a Good tune. The vocalist needs to work on the intonation of the song, she has a nice voice, it’s just a tad pitchy, but I think it can be worked out!! It could possibly be just breath control, proper vocal control. Give the tune another sing and see if thru concentration of the pitch….you can work it out!! Good Luck!! I like the sound of your voice!!

Constructive Comments: JUST WATCH THE PITCH OF Y OUR VOICE…………

Broadjam Artist: Margie & Art Corey
Song: I’ve Been Up & I’ve Been Down Corey’s

Reviewer: Redlady8029

Positive Comments: You had me from the first note. I loved the vocal and the music. I wanted more specific of why the girl did what she did in the verses and the big payoff in the chorus. Did you like specific instrumental parts–vocals 1) Does my intro make you want to hear the song? yes 2) Does my opening line draw you in and make you want to hear more? yes 3) Is my melody interesting? yes 4) Does my melody get stuck in your head? yes 5) Does my chorus stand out and take the song to a higher place? yes

Constructive Comments: 6) Is my chorus easy to sing along with after one listen? somewhat 7) What does my song make the listener want to do? Dance? Cry? Laugh? Sing? dance 8) What universal emotion does my song tap into? longing 9) Is my idea strong enough to carry an entire song? somewhat 10) Would I want to listen to this over and over in my car? yes with more specific lyrics

Broadjam Artist: Margie & Art Corey
Song: Change Is Coming Coreys

Reviewer: Fred Kimmel

Positive Comments: Great stuff. What else can I say

Constructive Comments: None I can think of